1966 Coronet stocker
 

Would like to put this in stock with a hemi but have a few questions.


1. Since only two four doors were equipped with the hemi can I run stock with a hemi?


2. Can I run a trailer hitch in stock?


3. Can I use original paint as is?


I am one sick puppy!!!!!

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

I don't think you can run the 4 door hemi in stock if only 2 were made. I have a 68 Mustang coupe that I'd like to have dressed for stock or super stock as a GT350 but only two of those were made. The rest were all fastbacks. One is MIA, believed crushed, and Mean Green is out there somewhere.

I have a hitch on my street/strip car but I drop it before tech. It bolts to the frame. The car and trailer are both in my avatar over to the left.

Paint? Rules say We are all a little nuts.

Afterthought: Coronets are my favorite MOPAR body.

Dale

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Its in the guide both as a Stocker and Super Stocker both the base coronet and the coronet deluxe FOUR DOORS ---

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I was under the impression that there were something like 8 Coronet 4 door sedans built with 426 Hemis. I saw one in the Don Garlits Museum in FLA years ago, and a different colored version in a magazine as well.
As for the "Paint Rules", where did you see THAT?! It certainly was not in my NHRA rule book.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

The trailer hitch is OK if it was factory installed and not modified. You are not allowed to hang weights on it.

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Exactly. How do you think they race Max Wedge and Hemi station wagons? Or Hemi Barracuda convertibles? Or Dick Simon's '67 Fairlane convertible 427 automatic?
But that rule only applies to Fords and Mopars. The '67 Corvette L88 was in the class guide for years until someone decided to race it. Then it was removed.

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I consider the hitch as bolt in ballast.
My become the new hot item.
Pete

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

These boys are BONE stock and unrestored so I will not alter. One of eighteen auto (green) and one of thirty one stick (brown). BUT open season on four door. I just don't want to show up and be booted!!

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1st, i think you have a letter in your possession that may have already banned you from competition.

1A if it is in the guide, run it.

2nd the paint will not be a problem if you clear coat it. PPG industries has a paint Patina package that sure looks like your car.

3rd, hitch looks like a bolt on, so that might be the only problem.

good luck, cannot wait to see this car run with a reher morrison hemi.

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In case you took me seriously, the paint rule was a joke...

This isn't. I found it on the web:
Based on the above, you have a pretty rare car. An automatic hardtop HEMI represents less than 1/4 of %1 of the production run.

The 66 Coronet 500 4 door with the 426 HEMI is, indeed, in the NHRA Stock Car Classification Guide.

Dale

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Not sure how a '66 Coronet 500 4-door of any kind is in the NHRA Guide since none were produced.



Stephen has 2 Hemi Deluxe model Sedans that he mentioned. All of the known 4-door '66 Hemi Coronets (4 total, 3 auto, 1 4-speed) are also Deluxe models. Not saying no base Hemi 4-door sedans were not built. They just haven't shown up yet...

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

NHRA is far from perfect. The 68 GT350 Mustang isn't in the Stock Car Guide. Below is what I found under Dodge 1966:

CORONET 500

Sedan 2 Dr Hdtp

Convertible 2 Dr

Sedan 4 Dr

Dale

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

1966 Coronet 4 dr sedan 425/426

Base--- Stock 8.67/Super Stock 8.19 -- Shipping Wt.----3686

440 4 door sedan---Stock 8.92/Super Stock 8.42 --Shipping Wt-------3686

500 4 door sedan----Stock 8.76/Super Stock 8.27---- Shipping Wt. ----3722

Now I don;t know how many were actually assembled but unless there is a ruling from NHRA I see no reason that the car cannot be run

FED 387

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

I'm thinking of '65 then. I know there were none in '65.


Sorry about that.


As far as the actual '66 Hemi 4-door production. It's far greater than what is known. I think an in-depth search of the Chrysler microfiche records would shock many of the "experts." I have an eyewitness account of 4 matching '66 Hemi Coronet four doors that were at a dealer-only auction in August of 1966. None of those have surfaced yet. The original owner of my '66 Hemi Sedan went to buy one of those cars, but ended up buying the Sedan I now have instead. I have questioned some of the other people that were with him at that particular sale, and they also recalled the four matching four doors being there with Hemi engines in them.

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About this paint rule:

Paint must be complete and professional. Driver or owner must have original receipt totaling not less that $3,000. Self painted cars will be booted.

Is this for real? Is this new? does it really say "Self painted cars will be booted."

Will Lamprecht I/SA 65 Impala self painted

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

OK FireSale

You got me on that paint Rule!

Will Lamprecht Still self painted $400 Metalflake Silver and Candy Apple Red
1965 Impala

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

I still have that letter on the dash UNOPENED. So, I am here at D4 Belle Rose LODRS and will ask for a ruling on the 4 door 4 speed. More to follow!!!

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If you type [-quote-] and [-/-quote-] without the dash marks you get this:

Forgive me, it's the Internet...

Dale: Self painted and striped 68 Mustang coupe. Passed tech at two tracks.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

The only way you would be able to run that car with the trailer hitch is if it came with the 3 on the tree and had less than 100,00 miles at the time of the first tech inspection. There are TWO SCOOPS available though. The external modifications to the heads may be OK in this combo.

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Well race fans we have a good news bad news day to report. 66 4 door Coronet in the guide so game on. Bad news, car must be presentable so I MIGHT make a local points deal but NEVER a national event without a paint job and dent repair. So this thread is cooked 'cause I ain't painting or patching it.


PS -001 followed by a 000 with a clutch and you were in the laser business = extra tech inspection LOL.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Well, we started dismantle last night. Found 3 build sheets and the cert card. Have some "run over something big" repair on undercarriage but all body work is DONE already. Thanks to decals. It's in the flesh and in the guide. Will start on motor at weeks end. Cool car.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

So, it's back on? Your previous post says you aren't doing it.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

I could've swore that nhra has let people run combinations based on the manufacturer saying they would've built it if someone had ordered it.

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We start welding connectors and other bracing this weekend on the 4 door. Had to patch three spots in under carriage. Will post some pics later. Check out Vicari auction Biloxi as the brothers and sisters will be featured on Friday night. Not many folks like the Coronets, but I do, especially the hemis!!! Phish

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

A little tire clearance needed.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Now Dwight, that's not nice of you to say. :cool:

Since they don't have to actually BUILD 50 of the stuff they stick in the guide anymore, the 67 L-88 should get put back in the guide.

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I remember seeing an article in SS ? or Hot Rod Mag. on a restored '66 Hemi 4 door either an LAPD or a CHP car. Said it was an original "Police Package" car and had the red bubble revolving light on top and whip antennae and all! Got rid of all my od mags years ago but maybe somebody else will remember the article. They definitely made some! Jim


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Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Agreed. My implied point exactly.

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/66-Dodge-Cor...lXgQii&vxp=mtr


Could be made into a clone.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Got one tub complete and installed. Crate of driveline stuff arrive. Trying to make Cruising The Coast in October. Skipping Dutch.

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Engine compartment prep for paint. Tried a cleaner Cajun Brown which you cut with water. Did great. Treated rust with Ospho and then Bull Dog prep. All this is new to try so we will see. Protect the patina project.

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Engine room, tubs, front end with disc brake upgrade and overhaul done. Motor delivered to Reher. Dana rebuild next.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Well dana still not finished but Reher motor done. Should qualify.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

793lb, 1025hp, I'd be concerned it will twist it into a pretzel! LOL!

Wow...impressive numbers to say the least.


Yeah, it "should" qualify.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Is this going to be ran in stock or superstock? with that kind of power i'd assume the motor was built for superstock unless i'm just way out of the loop on the hp #s hemi's are making in stock these days.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Dana installed and motor waiting on proper mounts. Wildwood brakes all the way. Running in a few days or weeks I hope.

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Test fit tight. Will have to shim K member down and big time haircut on passenger shock tower to use the Mopar covers. Factory stamped steel will fit.

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Stage V valve covers will fit and look good too.
I have a light turquoise 66 2dr sedan that runs B.

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Motor back out and heading to frame shop after this D4 open this weekend. It will take an alignment but not the motor. Driver side hit somewhere in its history. Thanks for the info.

Re: 1966 Coronet stocker
 

Don's stuff is fast.